Iowa Honors Fallen Air Force Pilot | Des Moines News

Iowa is honoring fallen Air Force pilot Major Brad Hovey with flags at half-staff across the state, beginning July 10 and lasting until July 17 — timed to coincide with his visitation and burial. A native Iowan and member of the 49th Flight Test Squadron, Major Hovey died on June 15 during a B-52 test flight. Governor Kim Reynolds praised his honor and sacrifice, and the state stands united in mourning with his family. Next time you see flags lowered, remember it’s a tribute to a hero and a gesture of shared grief. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0ea3e52ed48c3723